District of Columbia pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in District of Columbia.

Pro bono rules, reporting obligations, and CLE credit eligibility for District of Columbia attorneys.

Overview

District of Columbia Pro Bono Rules

Recommended

50 hrs/yr

Service

Voluntary

Reporting

Voluntary

CLE Credit

Rule Citation

DC Rule 6.1

Recommended Hours

50 hours per year (voluntary)

Reporting

Voluntary — Voluntary declaration to DC Access to Justice Commission. Honor Roll (50+ hours) and High Honor Roll (100+ hours) recognition.

Alternative

Lesser of $750 or 1% of earned income, or accept 1 court appointment

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

Not available

CLE Notes

DC has no mandatory CLE requirement (one of 5 US jurisdictions without MCLE). No pro bono-to-CLE conversion exists.

Eligible Case Types

Persons/groups unable to pay all or portion of fees; public rights belonging to the public generally. Broadly defined.

District of Columbia does not have a mandatory continuing legal education requirement.

Last verified 2026-03-01. Rules may change — verify with your state bar before relying on this information for compliance decisions.

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